Odyssey Systems

Senior Acquisition Program Specialist

Odyssey Systems$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required
  • Must possess a current Top Secret security clearance
  • Associate's degree with 15 years, Bachelor's with 10 years, or Master's with 7 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in acquisition program support within DoD programs preferred
  • Familiarity with FAR, DoD 5000.2, and related regulations preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage program plans and risk management processes
  • Maintain and update contract documents while monitoring contractor deliverables
  • Support the creation of draft RFPs and necessary documentation
  • Provide guidance on source selection and cost-benefit analyses
  • Assist with product baseline configuration management
  • Conduct economic, budget, and financial analyses
  • Prepare briefings and decision support materials

Benefits

  • Possible 9/80 work schedule option
  • Opportunity for travel up to 10%
  • Onsite work at Eglin AFB, FL
  • Potential for professional growth in a defense contracting environment
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Acquisition Program specialist supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at Eglin AFB, Florida. This position supports program and financial managers with DoD planning, programming, and budgeting activities in support of the USAF weapons acquisition process.

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop and manage program plans, risk management, and streamlined operational processes.
  • Maintain and update contract documents, monitor contractor production and project deliverables, and track contractual correspondence for Government or contractor responses.
  • Support creation of draft RFPs and related documentation (such as systems specifications, SRDs, SOOs, SOWs, and CDRLs).
  • Provide guidance on source selection simulations, cost-benefit analyses, mock proposal development, RFP risk assessments, RFI responses, and training delivery.
  • Assist with product baseline configuration management in accordance with military and industry standards.
  • Conduct economic, budget, and financial analysis, including forecasting and fund management.
  • Prepare briefings and decision support materials.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen
  • Clearance: Current Top Secret
  • Education and experience:
  • Associate's degree and 15 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree and 7 years of relevant experience


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience providing acquisition program support within DoD programs.
  • Familiarity with FAR, DoD 5000.2, and related regulations and guides

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Technical Skills
  • Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply acquisition program support
  • Ability to develop and manage program plans, implement risk management processes, and design courses of action to streamline operations.
  • Experience with DoD planning, programming, and budgeting processes, preferably in the context of USAF weapons acquisition.
  • Proficiency in cost estimating and analysis
  • Competence in managing multiple projects and adapting to changing program needs

Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to work independently while effectively supporting broader team and program objectives
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility to respond to evolving requirements and operational challenges.
  • Professionalism in handling confidential information and adhering to equal opportunity and workplace standards.

Additional Information
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Travel: May be required up to 10% depending on program needs
Work Environment: Onsite

9/80 work schedule option may be available

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Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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